The Best Way To Face Adversity

Lord, why do you allow so much adversity in my life?

When troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold.

James 1:2; 1 Peter 1:7

How is it even possible to have joy in a season of adversity?

For your present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for you a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! So don’t look at the troubles you can see now; rather, fix your gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever. Wait patiently for me. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for me. I am your refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.

2 Corinthians 4:17-18; Psalm 27:14; Psalm 46:1

What can I pray during my season of adversity?

Lord, don’t hold back your tender mercies from me. Let your unfailing love and faithfulness always protect me. For troubles surround me—too many to count! But may all who search for you be filled with joy and gladness in you. You are my helper and my savior. O my God, do not delay.

Psalm 40:11-12, 16-17